Randy Gibson
Randy Gibson, 41, died in his cell at the Massac County Detention Center in Illinois on February 26, 2006. Massac County Coroner Steven Farmer said he choked on his own vomit, but cautioned that the finding is preliminary until toxicology tests are complete. According to the news report, he may have been dead for more than five hours before jail staff noticed. The Massac County sheriff's office is cooperating with an investigation into his death.
Cause of death, as reported: Cause not yet determined (neglect alleged). Massac County Coroner Steven Farmer said he choked on his own vomit in his cell, a preliminary finding pending toxicology, and the news report says he may have been dead for more than five hours before jail staff noticed.
Reported by: Massac County Coroner Steven Farmer (medical examiner or coroner).